Whether you’re always hunched over your computer at work or buried in school assignments, you’re probably familiar with the stiff back and aching muscles that come from sitting at your desk for too long.
To keep you—and your bank account—happy, check out these neighbourhood spas, which offer affordable massages so you can enjoy a stress-relieving session without having to travel all the way to town.
To feel like an empress in Yanxi Palace, head to Ancient Dynasty Massage & Spa. The spa stands out with its range of oil massages, from deep tissue to Swedish and hot stone. It also offers shiatsu massage, a traditional Japanese therapy that’s similar to Chinese tui na.
Price: $30 for a 30-minute Full Body Massage
Address: 13 Upper East Coast Road, Singapore 455206 |
5 Thong Soon Avenue, Singapore 787433
Booking: Call 6636 3777 (Siglap) or 6458 4948 (Upper Thomson) to make an appointment
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Man Zu Tang, which translates to “a haven of satisfaction”, is true to its name. This cosy spa doesn’t just provide foot reflexology services, it also offers shoulder and full-body massages to keep tension at bay.
Price: $35 for a 45-minute Body Massage
Address: 684 Hougang Ave 8, #01-979 Hougang Village, Singapore 530684
Booking: Call 6384 9488 or make an appointment via Vaniday
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Outfitted with earthy tones and dim lighting, Imperial Spa’s outlets are designed to melt your stress away the minute you step through its doors.
Opt for its Swedish Imperial Therapy, Royal Hot Stone therapy or Qi Renewal massage if you’re in need of some TLC. You can request to add lavender oil in your chosen massage too.
Price: $41 for a 30-minute Qi Renewal or Swedish Imperial Therapy massage
Address: 184 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 229854 |
263 Jalan Kayu, Singapore 799491
Booking: Call 6635 7979 (Bukit Timah), 6555 7979 (Jalan Kayu), or email info@imperialspa.com.sg to make an appointment
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To ensure quality service, Legend Spa & Massage handpicked experienced therapists from all around Asia. The spa offers ancient massage techniques, and you can add an aromatic oil or body scrub to suit your preference.
Price: $45 for a 45-minute Oriental Body Massage
Address: 2 First Street, #01-08 Siglap V, Singapore 458278
Booking: Call 6444 1588 to make an appointment
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Apart from being a godsend for your feet, full body massages are also on Feet Haven’s feel-good menu. You can add a gua sha or cupping treatment on top of its Shiok Body Massage to combine their benefits.
Price: $55 for a 45-minute Shiok Body Massage
Address: 136 East Coast Road, Singapore 428821 |
4A Maju Avenue, Singapore 556682
Booking: Call 6344 7311 (Katong) or 6288 2314 (Serangoon Gardens) to make an appointment
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Spa addicts would no doubt have heard of Massage Master. All-natural ingredients are used in its massage sessions, such as aromatherapy oils and botanical extracts. They lend a relaxing scent to soothe the nervous system and clear your mind.
Price: $55 for a 60-minute Body Massage
Address: 341 Bedok Road, Singapore 469522 |
370 Alexandra Road, #B1-17 Anchorpoint, Singapore 159953
Booking: Call 6702 0762 (Bedok), 6266 6838 (Alexandra Road) or email info@massagemaster.com.sg to make an appointment
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Precious Foot Reflexology & Massage uses aromatherapy in its massage services to calm your senses as the therapist eases your muscle knots. With iPads available at all 3 outlets, you get to Netflix and chill too—literally.
Price: $55 for a 60-minute Body Massage
Address: Blk 130 Jurong Gateway Road, #02-217, Singapore 600130 |
Blk 446 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-197, Singapore 120446
Blk 177 Toa Payoh Central, #01-134A, Singapore 310177
Booking: Call 6563 3766 (Jurong), 8363 4703 (Clementi), 6354 1911 (Toa Payoh) or email askme@preciousfoot.com.sg to make an appointment
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Outfitted with comfy rooms for body massages, Green Apple Spa is one of the most popular local spas. There’s a main hall for movie streaming at each location, so you can enjoy a foot massage while catching up on the latest shows.
Price: $52 for a 60-minute Body Massage
Address: 765 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198733 |
6 Upper East Coast Road, Singapore 455200 |
171 Tras Street, Singapore 079025 |
90 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059811
Booking: Call 6299 1555 or drop a message on Facebook to make an appointment
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Han Dynasty’s outlets are furnished with a luxurious vibe fit for an empress, each providing soothing massages that are matched with reasonable prices. You can add a premium Mt. Sapola essential oil or a body scrub to amp up the royal treatment.
Price: $55 for a 60-minute Oriental Body Massage
Address: 3 Jasmine Road, Singapore 576579 |
221 Balestier Road, Singapore 329928 |
123 Bukit Merah, Lane 1, Singapore 150123
Booking: Call 6265 6366 (Thomson), 6254 6466 (Balestier) or 6264 6366 (Alexandra Village) to make an appointment
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If you’re not a fan of massages that use oil, opt for Healing Touch’s oil-free Thai Fusion Massage. It works on your acupressure points and stretches your body to relieve aches. Each outlet also offers a deep tissue massage and shiatsu massage.
Price: $55 for a 60-minute Thai Fusion Massage
Address: Find the full list of outlets on its website
Booking: Select a date and time slot on its Facebook page or fill in the contact form to make an appointment
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OD Wellness has rooms to accommodate 3 people, so gather your #girlsquad for a pampering massage. For a full body massage, opt for its signature acupressure Body Therapy. The spa also offers hot stone therapy and foot reflexology.
Price: $65 for a 60-minute Body Therapy massage
Address: 59 Jalan Tua Kong, Singapore 457254 |
49 Neil Road, Singapore 088828 |
83 Upper East Coast Road, Singapore 455221
Booking: Call 6220 9989 (Neil Road), 6445 0777 (Upper East Coast), 6445 0019 (Jalan Tua Kong) or email info@odwellness.com to make an appointment
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Stepping into Heart Springs Spa is like entering a modern hotel. Each outlet offers facials and brow services to help you look your best, but its Full Body Massage is one that will lift away tension so you can feel your best too.
Price: $66 for a 60-minute Full Body Massage
Address: Find the full list of outlets on its website
Booking: Call 6509 1035 or email enquiry@heartspringsspa.com.sg to make an appointment
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To ease your aches and pains, visit one of these neighbourhood spas. Otherwise, you can also treat yourself to affordable massage spas in Johor Bahru if you’re crossing over the causeway soon.
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